Liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus

ABSTRACT

A liquid fillable exercise apparatus having a generally circular handle with a first hand opening on a first side and a second hand opening on a second side opposite the first side. One or more bladder elements each of which has at least one attachment member configured to releasably attach the one or more bladder elements to the handle. Each bladder element has a sealable opening configured to allow the bladder to be filled with a liquid, and a removable threaded cap for sealing the sealable opening.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is a continuation-in-part of and claims priority fromco-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/718,937 filed Dec. 18,2012, which is related to and claims priority from U.S. ProvisionalPatent Application 61/583,389, filed Jan. 5, 2012.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Technical Field

This invention relates to exercise apparatuses, and more particularly toa portable liquid filled exercise apparatus having one or multipleliquid filled bladders affixed to a generally circular or oval shapedhandle where the handle configuration enables a plurality of additionalexercises that are not possible using a single conventional exerciseapparatus system, and provides a safety feature as the components thatcontain the weight bearing elements, or bladders, are soft and flexible,thereby reducing the risk of injury.

2. Background Art

A wide variety of portable exercise equipment in various forms has beenknown for many years. One of the recently more popular types of portableexercise apparatus are various portable dumbbells and the like toaddress the needs of users who want to be able to travel with theirequipment. It can be difficult to travel with conventional dumbbells, asthey are typically heavy, by design and necessity.

Accordingly, many types of liquid or water filled dumbbells have beenproposed and implemented to permit easily carrying these dumbbells in asuitcase or other means, and allowing such transport in airplanes andother vehicles without taking up too much room or being overly heavy.

A significant problem with such liquid or water filled dumbbells is thedifficulty of adjusting their weight so as to provide the user with avariety of weight values depending on the exercise routine to beperformed. Another significant problem is that a dumbbell is limited inthe scope and variety of exercise possible therewith, and does not offerthe same range or scope of exercises as may be desired.

Other conventional exercise devices include kettle bells, medicineballs, free-weights, and the like. Simple kettle bells and medicineballs are well known in the art as are free-weights and dumbbells, andare useful in some circumstances, but also pose a safety risk as theyare often composed of hard iron like materials. However, none of thesedevices are similar to the invention disclosed herein, where a removableweight system with a closed form handle is provided that can be held andused with either one or two hands.

The principal object and advantage of the present invention is a safe,portable, light-weight and adjustable removable and variable weightsystem that can be used with either one or two hands.

Another object and advantage of the present invention is that it iseasily filled with a liquid such as water, allowing for differentweights to be obtained and used, and is easily packed and stored fortransport and travel by simply draining the water or other fluid fromthe bladder or bladders, depending upon the embodiment.

Additional objects and advantages of the invention will be set forth inthe description which follows, and in part will be obvious from thedescription, or may be learned by practice of the invention. The objectsand advantages of the invention may be realized and obtained by means ofthe instrumentalities and combinations particularly pointed out in theappended claims.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

To achieve the foregoing objectives, and in accordance with the purposeof the invention as embodied and broadly described herein, an athleticapparatus having one or more weight, resilient, liquid fillable bladdersthat are easily removed from a handle allowing for one or two-handed useis provided. The apparatus is portable, comprising one or more bladderelements each having a sealable opening permitting each bladder elementto be filled with a liquid and at least one releasable attachment, theat least one releasable attachment comprises a first plurality ofthreaded members and wherein the at least one attachment comprises asecond plurality of threaded members configured to receive the firstplurality of threaded members. A rigid handle member having at least oneattachment area corresponding to and is configured to receive at leastone releasable attachment of the one or more bladder elements. The rigidhandle member having a circumference greater than a perimeter of a crosssection of the one or more bladder elements and circumscribing the oneor more bladder elements so as to form at least two diametricallyopposed hand openings in an annular space between the rigid handlemember and one or more bladder elements, wherein the at least two handopenings are disposed on opposite sides of the one or more bladderelements, the rigid handle member having a generally circular portioncircumscribing a coplanar bladder base.

The portable exercise apparatus of the present invention provides for anexercise apparatus that can be used in various one or two-handedexercises, such as “lift curl and reach”, “kneeling side chop”,“weighted crunch”, “upright row” “skull crusher”, “overhead tricepsextensions” and the like. These exercises allow for various kneeling andstretching exercises to strengthen and stretch the shoulders as well asthe upper back.

The portable exercise apparatus can also be used for one-handedexercises such as, but not limited to, “kick back”, “half get up”,“curls”, “one arm curl”, “one arm row”, “military press”, and one armtriceps extension”.

The portable exercise apparatus of the present invention is safe, easyto use, and can be used with either one or tow hands without modifyingthe apparatus. The removable weight system can be secured to the handleusing various fastening and locking mechanisms.

Some implementations can include weight bearing elements or bladderassemblies that can be easily filled with liquid or water in a standardbathroom or kitchen sink. The liquid or water can be easily drained fromthe bladder assemblies for fast and easy transport in a suitcase or thelike.

Additional feature and advantages provided by the portable exerciseapparatus will become apparent from the following detailed descriptionand drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute apart of the specification, illustrate a preferred embodiment of theinvention and, together with a general description given above and thedetailed description of the preferred embodiment given below, serve toexplain the principles of the invention.

FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of the liquid fillable exerciseapparatus of the invention, showing the use of two weight bearingelements or bladders secured to a handle using thumb screws, accordingto one embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of the liquid fillable exerciseapparatus of the invention, showing the use of two weight bearingelements or bladders secured to the handle, according to the invention.

FIG. 3 is a top view of the liquid fillable exercise apparatus of theinvention showing the top weight bearing element or bladder secured tothe handle, according to the invention.

FIG. 4 is a side view of the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatusof the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of two weightbearing elements or bladders secured to the handle, according to theinvention.

FIG. 5 is an exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of twoweight bearing elements or bladders secured to the handle, according tothe invention.

FIG. 6 is an exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of oneweight bearing element or bladder secured to the handle, according tothe invention.

FIG. 7 is an exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of oneweight bearing element or bladder secured to the handle. In this viewthe lower portion of the handle is removed to illustrate constructiondetail, according to the invention.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of oneweight bearing element or bladder secured to the handle. In this viewthe handle is removed to illustrate construction detail of the weightbearing element or bladder and center support, according to theinvention.

FIG. 9 is a top view the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus ofthe invention, showing the bladder flat top surface, curved sides andenlarged bottom portion, according to the invention.

FIG. 10 is a side view the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatusof the invention, showing each bladder with a flat bottom surface, andcurved slightly trapezoidal shape, according to the invention.

FIG. 11 is a top exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, showing the fill and drain valve orientationrelative to the handle according to one embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 11 a is a cross section side view of the liquid fillable portableexercise apparatus of the invention, showing the fill and drain valveorientation relative to the handle according to one embodiment of theinvention.

FIG. 11 b is a side view showing orientation of fill port 40, of theliquid fillable portable exercise apparatus of the invention, accordingto one embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 11 c shows the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus of theinvention, with bladder 10, and fill port 40, according to oneembodiment of the invention.

FIG. 11 d shows the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus of theinvention, showing fill port 40, as well as the mounting holes 2 d,according to one embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Reference will now be made in detail to the present preferredembodiments of the invention as illustrated in the accompanyingdrawings.

The preferred embodiments of the present invention, described herein andillustrated in the drawings, in particular provide for the first time, aliquid fillable portable exercise apparatus 30, an athletic apparatushaving one or more weight, resilient, liquid fillable bladders 10, thatare easily removed from a handle 1, which may be circular, oval, orelliptical, or a modified configuration thereof, allowing for one ortwo-handed use. As seen in FIG. 1, liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus 30, is portable, comprising one or more bladder(s) 10, eachhaving a sealable opening 8, as seen in FIG. 5, permitting each bladderelement to be filled with a liquid and at least one releasableattachment means 4, such as securing threaded knobs or threaded thumbscrews which may comprise a first plurality of threaded thumb screws andwherein the at least one releasable attachment means 4, comprises asecond plurality of threaded thumb screws of knobs, configured toreceive the first plurality of threaded members. The liquid fillablebladder or weight bearing elements 10, are collapsible when not filledwith liquid so as to provide an easy way to pack and transport apparatus30. The liquid fillable bladders or weight bearing elements 10, arepreferably configured with a curved upper edge 36, a curved surface 37,and a bottom curved edge 38. In one embodiment, curved surface 37, isoutwardly slanting so as to give bladder 10, a slightly trapezoidal typeshape. In other embodiments, bladder 10, may be round, oval,rectangular, or other shape. A wide variety of releasable attachmentmeans 4, may be used as a substitute for threaded thumb screws or knobs,such as clips, slots, snaps, and many other fastening methods. Handle 1,is preferably rigid, and made of a durable resilient material, andpreferably having at least one attachment area 32, corresponding to andis configured to receive at least one releasable attachment means, suchas threaded thumb screws to secure the one or more bladder(s) 10, tohandle 1. Handle 1, preferably having a circumference greater than aperimeter of a cross section 33, of the one or more bladder(s) 10, andcircumscribing the one or more bladder(s) 10, so as to form at least twodiametrically opposed hand openings in an annular space 9, between thehandle 1, and one or more bladder elements 10. The hand openings inannular space 9, are disposed on opposite sides of the one or morebladder elements 10. Preferably, handle 1, has a generally circularportion 40, circumscribing a coplanar bladder base 34.

As seen in FIGS. 1 and 2, a center support 12, is preferably providedthat supports the base of bladder 34, and to position bladder(s) 10, onhandle 1. Center support 12 is secured to handle and to bladder(s) 10,by the releasable fastening means 4, which as described may be thumbscrews, securing knobs, clips, slots, snaps, or the like. Center support12, is preferably made of a durable resilient material such as plastic,thermoplastic, rubber, metal or the like. Center support 12, in apreferred embodiment, is circular in configuration as seen in FIGS. 1and 2, and may include attachment area 32, which is preferably a flatslightly enlarged surface with apertures for the releasable fasteningmeans 4, such as thumb screw or knobs in FIGS. 1 and 2. Bladder(s) 10,may be attached to center support 12, by adhesives or form fittedthereto in manufacture, or secured by tightening releasable fasteningmeans 4, or other fastening means such as slots, clips, snaps or thelike.

The portable exercise apparatus 30, of the present invention providesfor an exercise apparatus that can be used in various one or two-handedexercise, such as “lift curl and reach”, “kneeling side chop”, “weightedcrunch”, “upright row” “skull crusher”, “overhead triceps extensions”and the like. These exercises allow for various kneeling and stretchingexercises to strengthen and stretch the shoulders as well as the upperback.

The portable exercise apparatus can also be used for one-handedexercises such as, but not limited to, “kick back”, “half get up”,“curls”, “one arm curl”, “one arm row”, “military press”, and one armtriceps extension”.

The portable exercise apparatus of the present invention is safe, easyto use, and can be used with either one or two hands without modifyingthe apparatus. The removable weight system can be secure to the handleusing various fastening and locking mechanisms.

Implementations as seen in FIGS. 1-11 b can include various weightbearing elements or bladder(s) 10, assemblies that can be easily filledwith liquid or water in a standard bathroom or kitchen sink. The liquidor water can be easily drained from the bladder assemblies for fast andeasy transport in a suitcase or the like.

With reference now to FIG. 2, a bottom perspective view of the liquidfillable exercise apparatus of the invention, here showing the use oftwo weight bearing elements or bladder(s) 10, secured to the handle 1,according to the invention. In FIG. 2, it is seen how a preferredconfiguration using two bladders 10 is oriented and positioned on handle1, and center support 12. As shown, bladders 10 do not move withinhandle 10, but are fixed in position by center support 12 and releasablefastening means 4. This is crucial feature of the apparatus as theliquid fillable bladders 10, when filled with a liquid such as water,are as seen in FIG. 2, taut, firm, and function as a weight bearing firmunit allowing for many and various exercises such as the ones give byexample above.

In FIG. 3 a top view of the liquid fillable exercise apparatus 30,showing the top weight bearing element or bladder 10, secured to thehandle 1, according to the invention. In this embodiment, releasableattachment means 4, are thumbscrews, and annular space 9, allows forcorrect hand positioning. Top surface 11, is preferably flattened andmay be used for the placement of a logo or trademark if desired.

FIG. 4 is a side view of the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus30, of the invention, in this embodiment showing the use of two weightbearing elements or bladders 10, secured to the handle 1, according tothe invention. FIG. 4, shows bladder(s) 10, in a liquid filled conditionand shape. When emptied of liquid, bladder(s) 10, are completelyfoldable, and collapsible for easy of storage in a suitcase, briefcase,or other travel mode. Bladder(s) 10, is preferably composed of selecteddurable, resilient, moldable, and impressionable materials such asrubber, plastic, thermoplastic, neoprene, silicone, elastomers,polysulfides, polyester, polyurethane, plastic, foam, for example, withrubber, neoprene, or silicone rubbers being preferred.

Preferred rubbers may be compounded or not and combined in some caseswith structural materials such as textile fibers. Neoprene or othermelastomers may also be used in various embodiments. Silicone rubbersmay be utilized as well and are generally grouped into five differentclasses and may be selected therefrom; those having only methyl groupson the polymer chain (polydimethyl siloxanes); those having methyl andvinyl substitutions on the polymer chain; those having methyl and phenylsubstitutions on the polymer chain; those having methyl, phenyl andvinyl substitutions on the polymer chain; and those having fluoro,methyl and vinyl substitutions on the polymer chain.

In one embodiment, weight bearing elements or bladder(s) 10, may be madefrom bi-stable plastic, rubber, or soft pliable material in order toallow the assembly to hold water or other liquid, as well as to collapsefor storage or transport in a suitcase, carry bag, backpack or the like.

In another embodiment, the bladder(s) 10, comprises a rubber of ahardness of about 8 to about 120 shore. In another embodiment, thehardness is from about 18 to about 50 shore, or alternatively about 30to about 40 shore, or alternatively about 30 shore. The rubber cancomprise silicone, polyurethane and the like. It is preferred that thatrubber is not tin cured as this results in an unpleasant odor. Further,it is preferred that the bladder(s) 10, in some embodiments includesilicone rubber as it is know that such materials are exceptionallynon-toxic.

With reference now to FIG. 5, an exploded view the liquid fillableportable exercise apparatus 30, of the invention is shown, in thisembodiment showing the use of two weight bearing elements or bladder(s)10, secured to the handle 1, using releasable attachment means 4, herethumbscrews, and threads 6, on the thumb screw cap. In the uppersection, filler hole 8, and the associated filler cap 7, that is used tofill and empty bladder(s) 10, which is secured to center support 12, andhandle 1. Bladder(s) 10, are shown with top surface 11, which may beused for the placement of logos or trademarks. Note there is sufficientroom for the user's hands to grasp handle 1, within the associated handspace 9.

In FIG. 6, an exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus 30, of the invention is shown, in this embodiment showing theuse of one weight bearing element or bladder 10, secured to the handle1, according and also showing filler hole 8, and filler cap 7. In FIG.6, an optional center support plate 15, is also shown being secured tohandle 1, by fastening means 14, which may be adhesives, slots, grooves,clips or other well known fastening means.

Referring now to FIG. 7, an exploded perspective view the liquidfillable portable exercise apparatus 30, is shown, in this embodimentshowing the use of one weight bearing element or bladder 10, secured tohandle 1. In this view the lower portion of the handle is removed toillustrate construction detail. Handle 1, is shown with the lowerportion of it removed from the drawing to show construction details.Support plate 15, is also seen in this embodiment. Handle 1, can be seenin relation to bladder 10, and center support 12, with releasablefastening means 4, being thumb screws with threads 6. In the uppersection filler hole 8, and associated filler cap 7, that is used to filland empty bladder 10, is secured to center support 12. There issufficient room for the use's hands to grasp handle 1, in associatedhand space 9. Fastening means 14, here handle threaded inserts, can beseen in the handle. Additionally, handle 1, can be seen in detail whereit, in this embodiment, consists of two pieces of ultrasonically formed,or otherwise, welded together, with inner ribs 13, to create the desiredsemi-circle, oval, or elliptical, shape of handle 1, of FIG. 6.Additionally, handle 1, may be fabricated out of a single piece ofdurable resilient material such as plastic, thermoplastic, rubber, metalor the like.

In FIG. 8, a perspective view of the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus 30, is shown, in this embodiment showing the use of one weightbearing element or bladder 10, secured to the handle 1. In this viewhandle 1, is removed to illustrate construction detail of the weightbearing element or bladder 10, and center support 12. Filler hole 8, andassociated filler cap 7, are used to fill and empty bladder 10, which issecured to center support 12.

FIG. 9 is a top view the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus 30,of the invention, showing the bladder flat top surface 11, curvedsurface 37, and bottom curved edge 38. If desired a logo or trademarkmay be placed on top flat surface 11.

With reference now to FIG. 10, a side view the liquid fillable portableexercise apparatus 30 of the invention, with two bladders 10, is shown,each bladder is configured with a curved upper edge 36, and curvedsurface 37. In one embodiment, curved surface 37 may be outwardlyslanting so as to give bladder(s) 10 a preferably slightly trapezoidaltype shape. In other embodiments bladder(s) 10, may be round, oval,rectangular, or other shape.

In FIG. 11 is a top exploded view the liquid fillable portable exerciseapparatus of the invention, showing the fill and drain valve orientationrelative to the handle according to one embodiment of the invention. Inthis embodiment, handle support is integral with center supportembodiment, handle support is integral with center support plate 15,that supports bladder 10, that is secured to handle 1, through mountinghole 2 d, with washer 5, that sits on top of the handle 1, withreleasable fastening means 4, here being eight securing knobs (fiveshown). Bladders 10, are shown with fill port 40, with cap or plug 47.

With reference now to FIG. 11 a is a cross section side view of theliquid fillable portable exercise apparatus 30, showing the fill anddrain port orientation relative to the handle according to oneembodiment of the invention. The handle 1, is seen in cross sectionintegral with center support plate 15, in this embodiment. The interior2 a, of bladder 10, is where it is filed with liquid or water. Thebladders 10, are shown with both fill ports 40.

In FIG. 11 b a side view showing an orientation of fill port 40, of theliquid fillable portable exercise apparatus of the invention withbladder 10, is shown according to an embodiment of the invention

In reference now to FIG. 11 c a sectional view of an embodiment of theliquid fillable portable exercise apparatus of the invention is shown,showing bladder 10, with interior 2 a, and fill port 40, according toone embodiment of the invention.

With reference now to FIG. 11 d a top view of liquid fillable portableexercise apparatus 30, of the invention is shown with fill port 40, aswell as the mounting holes 2 d, for releasable fastening means 4,according to one embodiment of the invention.

It can be appreciated that the center support plate 15, will providestiffness and constrain the bladders 10, from moving excessivelyrelative to handle 1. It can also be seen that center support plate 15,can be configured with keyhole cutouts that can mate with the propergeometry in the weight bearing elements or bladders 10, for the purposeof securing the weight bearing elements or bladders 10, to handle 1.

In different embodiments, handle 1, may for example, be designed to beinjection molded of material of similar strength to weight ratio such asa glass filled ABS material with a medium texture to allow for a securegrip. The handle may be fabricated using, for example, sand casting,lost wax casing, rubber plastic molding, or any other fabricationtechnique sufficient to allow for a similar geometric shape. The handle,and all of the handles disclosed herein, may also be over-moulded with asoft rubber like material for a more comfortable, and slip resistantgripping surface.

In operation and use, the liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus30, provides numerous and beneficial advantages because of the centermounted weight bearing elements or bladders 10, with two perimeterhandle areas. A perimeter handle 1, allows for griping and exercise witheither one or two hands. The bladder(s) 10, can be easily filled with aliquid such as water, or drained and then compressed, or collapsed toallow for easy storage or transport, for example in a suitcase, carrybag, or backpack. The soft bladders are easily compressible fortransport, low abrasion if contacted by the user, and easy to fill in astandard sink. Apparatus 30, may be used with exercise programsspecifically designed for this device or otherwise.

Further, liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus 10, provides theoperational advantage of a safe, portable, light-weight and adjustable,removable, and variable weight system that can be used with either oneor two hands. Whether one or two bladders 10 are used, they are easilyfilled with water or other liquid for use, or drained allowing forcompression, folding, packing or storage.

In operation and use, liquid fillable portable exercise apparatus 10, iseasily filled with a liquid such as water, allowing for differentweights to be obtained and used, and as discussed above, is easilypacked and stored for transport and travel by simply draining the wateror other fluid from the bladder or bladders, depending upon theembodiment.

Additional advantages and modification will readily occur to thoseskilled in the art. The invention in its broader aspects is, therefore,not limited to the specific details, representative apparatus andillustrative examples shown and described. Accordingly, departures fromsuch details may be made without departing from the spirit or scope ofthe applicant's general inventive concept.

What is claimed is:
 1. A portable exercise apparatus, comprising: one ormore bladder elements each having a sealable opening permitting eachbladder element to be filled with a liquid and at least one releasableattachment, the at least one releasable attachment comprises a firstplurality of threaded members and a second plurality of receivingthreaded members configured to receive the first plurality of threadedmembers, and a rigid handle member having at least one attachment areacorresponding to and configured to receive at least one releasableattachment of the one or more bladder elements, the rigid handle memberhaving a circumference greater than a perimeter of a cross section ofthe one or more bladder elements and circumscribing the one or morebladder elements so as to form at least two diametrically opposed handopenings in an annular space between the rigid handle member and the oneor more bladder elements, wherein the at least two hand openings aredisposed on opposite sides of the one or more bladder elements, therigid handle member having a generally circular portion circumscribing acoplanar bladder base.
 2. The portable exercise apparatus of claim 1,comprising two bladder elements, each of the two bladder elements havinga sealable opening permitting the respective bladder to be filled with aliquid.
 3. The portable exercise apparatus of claim 2, wherein the twobladder elements are nested.
 4. The portable exercise apparatus of claim1, wherein said rigid handle member is oval in shape.
 5. The portableexercise apparatus of claim 1, wherein said rigid handle member iselliptical in shape.
 6. The portable exercise apparatus of claim 1,wherein the at least one releasable attachment comprises snaps orVelcro.
 7. The portable exercise apparatus of claim 1, wherein the oneor more bladder elements are tubular in cross section and are configuredto be disposed around the handle member.
 8. An exercise apparatus,comprising: a handle, one or more liquid fillable bladder elements,wherein each bladder element has at least one attachment mechanismconfigured to releasably attach said one or more bladder elements to thehandle, wherein each of the one or more bladder elements has a sealableopening configured to allow the bladder to be filled with a liquid, orbe emptied of said liquid.
 9. The exercise apparatus of claim 8, whereinsaid handle is generally circular and has at least one hand opening. 10.The exercise apparatus of claim 8, wherein said at least one attachmentmechanism configured to releasably attach said one or more bladderelements to said handle includes a plurality of threaded membersconfigured to mate with a corresponding threaded member on the handle.11. The exercise apparatus of claim 8, wherein said sealable openingincludes a threaded port coupled to a corresponding bladder and athreaded cap adapted to be attached to said port.
 12. A liquid fillableexercise apparatus, comprising: a generally circular handle having afirst hand opening on a first side and a second hand opening of a secondside opposite said first side; and one or more bladder elements, whereineach bladder element has at least one attachment member configured toreleasably attach the one or more bladder elements to said handle,wherein each bladder element has a sealable opening configured to allowthe bladder to be filled with a liquid, and a removable threaded cap forsealing said sealable opening.
 13. The liquid fillable exerciseapparatus of claim 12, wherein said sealable opening is disposed on aside of each corresponding bladder.
 14. The liquid fillable exerciseapparatus of claim 12, wherein said sealable opening is disposed on aninside middle surface of each corresponding bladder.
 15. The liquidfillable exercise apparatus of claim 12, wherein said handle is circularin configuration.
 16. The liquid fillable exercise apparatus of claim12, wherein said handle is elliptical in configuration.